<p>Tamil Nadu’s political deadlock is deepening by the hour, and what began as Vijay’s blockbuster electoral debut is now turning into a full-scale power struggle over who gets to govern and who gets to decide. With Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerging as the single largest party with 108 seats, Vijay shattered the state’s long-standing DMK-AIADMK dominance. But victory at the ballot box has not yet translated into power at Fort St. George. The reason is simple: numbers. In the 234-member Assembly, 118 is the majority mark, and even with Congress’s five seats now firmly backing TVK, the alliance stands at 113, still five short. That gap has triggered an aggressive post-poll scramble.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tamil-nadu-political-crisis-tvk-threatens-mass-resignation-as-governor-blocks-thalapathy-vijay-from-forming-government-1778207098450"><strong>Tamil Nadu political crisis: TVK threatens mass resignation as governor blocks Thalapathy Vijay from forming government</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Congress calls for statewide protest</strong></h2><p>Congress has now escalated matters beyond statements, calling statewide protests against both the Governor and the BJP-led Centre for refusing to invite Vijay's TVK to form the government in Tamil Nadu.</p><p>Meanwhile, the fallout has ripped apart old alliances. Congress's decision to side with TVK has enraged the DMK, which has openly branded its longtime ally a "backstabber". DMK Legislature Party passed a resolution during its meeting, condemning Congress's decision. Pulling no punches, the DMK has characterised Congress's move to support TVK as a "sudden political shift" and a "betrayal."</p><h2><strong>IUML reveals TVK approached them for an alliance</strong></h2><p>The latest twist came from Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) president KM Kader Mohideen, who revealed that TVK has approached IUML for support. The party, which won two seats and remains aligned with the DMK-led bloc, has not committed, with Mohideen making it clear that any decision will ultimately depend on outgoing Chief Minister MK Stalin. "TVK people came to us. We have not decided on this matter. The decision should be made by Stalin. Whatever he decides, it is acceptable to us. We are asking him to make a decision and then announce to us," he told ANI.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/thalapathy-vijay-mgr-rajnikanth-and-more-south-indian-superstars-who-turned-fan-power-into-political-parties-tvk-aiadmk-tamil-nadu-election-mgr-ntr-1778133323852"><strong>Vijay, MGR, Rajnikanth and more: South Indian superstars who turned fan power into political parties</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Who is TVK seeking an alliance with?</strong></h2><p>TVK already has the "conditional" backing of Congress, which won five seats in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. With Congress's support, the TVK is now short of only five seats to reach the desired majority to form a government.</p><p>At the same time, TVK, according to reports, is widening its outreach. Its leaders have already held talks with CPI, while VCK and Left parties are now weighing internal decisions that could become crucial. Vijay’s camp is effectively trying to build a coalition brick by brick, seeking enough support to force either an invitation to govern or a floor test.</p><h2><strong>TN Governor demands a clear majority</strong></h2><p>Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar's refusal so far to immediately invite Vijay to form the government has only intensified the crisis. Instead, the Governor has asked Vijay to prove he has the numbers, a move Congress and TVK supporters are calling an unconstitutional delay.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Tamil Nadu’s post-poll drama is now a full-blown numbers war. Vijay’s TVK may have broken the old order, but without the magic 118, the battle has shifted from ballots to backroom deals. Congress has taken to the streets, calling for a statewide protest as the political crisis deepens.

Tamil Nadu’s political deadlock is deepening by the hour, and what began as Vijay’s blockbuster electoral debut is now turning into a full-scale power struggle over who gets to govern and who gets to decide. With Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerging as the single largest party with 108 seats, Vijay shattered the state’s long-standing DMK-AIADMK dominance. But victory at the ballot box has not yet translated into power at Fort St. George. The reason is simple: numbers. In the 234-member Assembly, 118 is the majority mark, and even with Congress’s five seats now firmly backing TVK, the alliance stands at 113, still five short. That gap has triggered an aggressive post-poll scramble. Also read | Tamil Nadu political crisis: TVK threatens mass resignation as governor blocks Thalapathy Vijay from forming government Congress calls for statewide protest Congress has now escalated matters beyond statements, calling statewide protests against both the Governor and the BJP-led Centre for refusing to invite Vijay's TVK to form the government in Tamil Nadu. Meanwhile, the fallout has ripped apart old alliances. Congress's decision to side with TVK has enraged the DMK, which has openly branded its longtime ally a "backstabber". DMK Legislature Party passed a resolution during its meeting, condemning Congress's decision. Pulling no punches, the DMK has characterised Congress's move to support TVK as a "sudden political shift" and a "betrayal." IUML reveals TVK approached them for an alliance The latest twist came from Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) president KM Kader Mohideen, who revealed that TVK has approached IUML for support. The party, which won two seats and remains aligned with the DMK-led bloc, has not committed, with Mohideen making it clear that any decision will ultimately depend on outgoing Chief Minister MK Stalin. "TVK people came to us. We have not decided on this matter. The decision should be made by Stalin. Whatever he decides, it is acceptable to us. We are asking him to make a decision and then announce to us," he told ANI. Also read | Vijay, MGR, Rajnikanth and more: South Indian superstars who turned fan power into political parties Who is TVK seeking an alliance with? TVK already has the "conditional" backing of Congress, which won five seats in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. With Congress's support, the TVK is now short of only five seats to reach the desired majority to form a government. At the same time, TVK, according to reports, is widening its outreach. Its leaders have already held talks with CPI, while VCK and Left parties are now weighing internal decisions that could become crucial. Vijay’s camp is effectively trying to build a coalition brick by brick, seeking enough support to force either an invitation to govern or a floor test. TN Governor demands a clear majority Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar's refusal so far to immediately invite Vijay to form the government has only intensified the crisis. Instead, the Governor has asked Vijay to prove he has the numbers, a move Congress and TVK supporters are calling an unconstitutional delay.

<p>Tamil Nadu’s post-poll drama is now a full-blown numbers war. Vijay’s TVK may have broken the old order, but without the magic 118, the battle has shifted from ballots to backroom deals. Congress has taken to the streets, calling for a statewide protest as the political crisis deepens.</p>

Congress calls for statewide protest as Vijay’s TVK scrambles for the 'final five' to form government in Tamil Nadu

<p>Tamil superstar Vijay is all set to take over as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in the next few days. His historic win in the Assembly elections has been celebrated not just by his fans but also by his colleagues. From Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, Mammootty, and Shiva Rajkumar to Nayanthara, AR Rahman, Mahesh Babu, Suriya, Dhanush, Rashmika Mandanna, Silambarasan, Ram Charan, Kajal Aggarwal, and Vikram, many have congratulated Vijay and his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) for securing a landslide victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026 in the last two days.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Actress Pooja Hegde too was one of the celebrities who wished Vijay on his victory. The actress shared a BTS video from the sets of Jana Nayagan and candidly admitted that she had predicted the win way before the results came in.</p><h2>Pooja Hegde shares BTS clip from Jana Nayagan sets</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Pooja shared a behind-the-scenes (BTS) video from the set of Jana Nayagan on Instagram on Tuesday. In the video, Pooja is seen drawing the camera’s attention to the words written on a whiteboard: “Who wins the elections?” She then spins around to reveal the person standing nearby, and it’s none other than Vijay!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Pooja further steps forward and stands in front of him with her arms crossed, signalling with her eyes that Vijay is the one who will win the elections. Seeing her, Vijay quickly blushes and even covers his face, smiling from ear to ear, which makes Pooja smile.</p><p>“Guess I called it before it happened? Here’s to dreams turning into reality, Vijay sir,” she wrote in the caption.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/vijay-s-first-statement-post-tvk-win-in-tamil-nadu-thanks-pm-narendra-modi-well-being-of-our-people-remains-our-only-goal-1777990584817"><strong>Vijay's first statement post TVK win in Tamil Nadu, thanks PM Narendra Modi</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The clip was accompanied by their hit track<i> “Arabic Kuthu” </i>from <i>Beast.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Pooja and Vijay have worked together in <i>Beast</i> in 2022 and the yet-to-be-released film <i>Jana Nayagan,</i> which is said to be Vijay’s final film as an actor.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p>On Monday, as Vijay emerged as a clear winner in the Tamil Nadu State Elections 2026, Pooja Hegde took to her Instagram stories to congratulate Vijay. Sharing a photo of them, she wrote, “OMG. Congratulations, Vijay sir. This Thalapathy Kacheri is just getting bigger and bigger. Onwards and upwards only. Party time. Let’s go.” The post was set against the tune of “<i>Thalapathy Kacheri</i>” from their <i>Jana Nayagan.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/vijay-brings-back-mgr-magic-in-tamil-nadu-election-result-kamal-hassan-trisha-jayalaitha-affair-thalapathy-vaathi-coming-tvk-who-will-be-tamil-nadu-cm-1777898435333"><strong>Tamil Nadu Election Results: Vijay brings back MGR magic - Is his story similar to AIADMK founder?</strong></a></p><h2>About Jana Nayagan</h2><p>Jana Nayagan also features Bobby Deol, Mamitha Baiju, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Priyamani, Narain, and Nassar in key roles. The film has faced innumerable delays due to the CBFC's initial refusal to certify the film. While the film was leaked online, it remains unreleased.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/vijay-and-trisha-spotted-together-amid-divorce-rumors-everything-to-know-about-their-previous-projects-and-dating-speculation-1772782152948"><strong>All about Vijay and Trisha's previous projects and off screen friendship</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The political action drama was originally scheduled for debut on January 9, coinciding with Pongal. However, it has yet to receive the green signal from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).</p>

Amid the countless congratulatory wishes that have come in for Vijay on his win at Tamil Nadu State elections, his Jana Nayagan co-star Pooja Hegde's message stands out. Here's why. 

Tamil superstar Vijay is all set to take over as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in the next few days. His historic win in the Assembly elections has been celebrated not just by his fans but also by his colleagues. From Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, Mammootty, and Shiva Rajkumar to Nayanthara, AR Rahman, Mahesh Babu, Suriya, Dhanush, Rashmika Mandanna, Silambarasan, Ram Charan, Kajal Aggarwal, and Vikram, many have congratulated Vijay and his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) for securing a landslide victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026 in the last two days. Actress Pooja Hegde too was one of the celebrities who wished Vijay on his victory. The actress shared a BTS video from the sets of Jana Nayagan and candidly admitted that she had predicted the win way before the results came in. Pooja Hegde shares BTS clip from Jana Nayagan sets Pooja shared a behind-the-scenes (BTS) video from the set of Jana Nayagan on Instagram on Tuesday. In the video, Pooja is seen drawing the camera’s attention to the words written on a whiteboard: “Who wins the elections?” She then spins around to reveal the person standing nearby, and it’s none other than Vijay! Pooja further steps forward and stands in front of him with her arms crossed, signalling with her eyes that Vijay is the one who will win the elections. Seeing her, Vijay quickly blushes and even covers his face, smiling from ear to ear, which makes Pooja smile. “Guess I called it before it happened? Here’s to dreams turning into reality, Vijay sir,” she wrote in the caption. Also read: Vijay's first statement post TVK win in Tamil Nadu, thanks PM Narendra Modi The clip was accompanied by their hit track “Arabic Kuthu” from Beast. Pooja and Vijay have worked together in Beast in 2022 and the yet-to-be-released film Jana Nayagan, which is said to be Vijay’s final film as an actor.

<p>Amid the countless congratulatory wishes that have come in for Vijay on his win at Tamil Nadu State elections, his Jana Nayagan co-star Pooja Hegde's message stands out. Here's why.&nbsp;</p>

Pooja Hegde saw it coming: Actress shares throwback Jana Nayagan moment amid Vijay’s election win

<p>As actor-turned-politician Vijay looks to secure allies ahead of his scheduled oath as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, the Indian National Congress on Tuesday (May 5) confirmed that the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief has sought its support to form the government in the state.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Citing sources, India Today reported that the Congress passed a resolution during a virtual meeting to discuss a possible alliance with the two-year-old party. The party is likely to seek two Cabinet berths along with chairperson posts in government boards.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A formal letter of support is expected to be issued on Wednesday. Following this, Congress MLAs are likely to meet Vijay at Panaiyur, the current hub of TVK’s political operations, the report added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a post on X, the Congress said, “TVK President Thiru Vijay has requested the Indian National Congress’s support to form a government.” The party added that the electoral mandate in Tamil Nadu favours a secular government committed to protecting the Constitution “in letter and spirit” and asserted that it is determined not to allow the BJP “and its proxies” to influence governance in the state. It also noted Vijay’s reference to drawing inspiration from Perunthalaivar Kamaraj.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Congress said its leadership has asked the Tamil Nadu unit to take a final call on the request, keeping in view the public mandate reflected in the election results.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The development follows reports by ANI that Vijay is set to take oath as Chief Minister on May 7 after TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats, falling 10 short of the majority mark in the 234-member Assembly.</p>

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<p>Party sources told ANI that TVK has initiated discussions with potential allies to secure the required numbers. The party is likely to reach out to smaller parties, including the Congress, PMK, Left parties, CPM and VCK, to cross the majority threshold.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tvk-chief-vijay-to-take-oath-as-tamil-nadu-chief-minister-on-may-7-report-1777989411544"><strong>TVK Chief Vijay to take oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on May 7: Report</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reacting to the alliance possibility, Congress leader Girish Chodankar said the party leadership would take a final decision. “The people of Tamil Nadu voted for change. Especially youngsters and women have backed TVK, which explains the numbers. I have submitted my report to our leadership,” he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>TVK has also sought time from Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to meet him as part of the government formation process, ANI reported.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Vijay thanked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his call and support. In a post on X, he said, “My sincere thanks to the Honourable Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha for the call and kind wishes. We shall remain committed to excellence in public service and preserving the cultural ethos of our state. Beyond politics, we will prioritise the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu.”</p>

The Congress said it is determined not to allow the BJP and its proxies to run the government of Tamil Nadu in any manner, adding that Thiru Vijay has spoken about drawing inspiration from Perunthalaivar Kamaraj.

As actor-turned-politician Vijay looks to secure allies ahead of his scheduled oath as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, the Indian National Congress on Tuesday (May 5) confirmed that the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief has sought its support to form the government in the state. Citing sources, India Today reported that the Congress passed a resolution during a virtual meeting to discuss a possible alliance with the two-year-old party. The party is likely to seek two Cabinet berths along with chairperson posts in government boards. A formal letter of support is expected to be issued on Wednesday. Following this, Congress MLAs are likely to meet Vijay at Panaiyur, the current hub of TVK’s political operations, the report added. In a post on X, the Congress said, “TVK President Thiru Vijay has requested the Indian National Congress’s support to form a government.” The party added that the electoral mandate in Tamil Nadu favours a secular government committed to protecting the Constitution “in letter and spirit” and asserted that it is determined not to allow the BJP “and its proxies” to influence governance in the state. It also noted Vijay’s reference to drawing inspiration from Perunthalaivar Kamaraj. The Congress said its leadership has asked the Tamil Nadu unit to take a final call on the request, keeping in view the public mandate reflected in the election results. The development follows reports by ANI that Vijay is set to take oath as Chief Minister on May 7 after TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats, falling 10 short of the majority mark in the 234-member Assembly.

<p>The Congress said it is determined not to allow the BJP and its proxies to run the government of Tamil Nadu in any manner, adding that Thiru Vijay has spoken about drawing inspiration from Perunthalaivar Kamaraj.</p>

Congress extends support to Vijay after TVK president sought backing ahead of May 7 Tamil Nadu CM oath

<p>On May 4, the results of the 2026 Assembly elections for four states, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Assam, were declared. Indeed, the outcomes are set to reshape the political landscape in several ways. Among them, the most surprising development was superstar Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), securing a massive victory in Tamil Nadu.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Emerging as the biggest party in Tamil Nadu, the newly formed party, which contested in the elections for the first time, secured over 100 seats with the actor winning both Perambur and Trichy East constituencies. A day after a landslide win, the actor has shared his first statement as he responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's congratulatory message.</p><h2>Vijay's first statement after winning: 'Transcending politics, we shall focus on the State's progress.''</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On Tuesday, PM Modi congratulated TVK on their impressive performance in the state election.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thank you, Hon&#39;ble <a href="https://twitter.com/PMOIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PMOIndia</a>, for your greetings. The well-being of our people remains our only goal. <br><br>​Transcending politics, we shall focus on the State&#39;s progress and the welfare of people of Tamil Nadu. We look forward to the Union Government’s support in this endeavor. <a href="https://t.co/EO4h8qC0hF">https://t.co/EO4h8qC0hF</a></p>&mdash; TVK Vijay (@TVKVijayHQ) <a href="https://twitter.com/TVKVijayHQ/status/2051630839407231444?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 5, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Responding to the post, Vijay, in his first statement post the win wrote,'' Thank you, Hon'ble @PMOIndia, for your greetings. The well-being of our people remains our only goal.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/tn07cm2026-did-goat-predict-vijay-s-political-win-car-number-theory-goes-viral-1777984581826">: Did GOAT predict Vijay’s political win? Car number theory goes viral</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''​Transcending politics, we shall focus on the State's progress and the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu. We look forward to the Union Government’s support in this endeavour,'' he wrote further.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Tamil Nadu | TVK chief Vijay acknowleges the crowd present outside his parents house in Chennai. His party has secured maximum lead in Tamil Nadu elections. <a href="https://t.co/3gkkRNyYfS">pic.twitter.com/3gkkRNyYfS</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2051291519274147959?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>On Monday evening, Vijay made his first appearance to greet his fans and supporters outside his parents’ residence in Chennai.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/vijay-brings-back-mgr-magic-in-tamil-nadu-election-result-kamal-hassan-trisha-jayalaitha-affair-thalapathy-vaathi-coming-tvk-who-will-be-tamil-nadu-cm-1777898435333">Tamil Nadu Election Results: Vijay brings back MGR magic - Is his story similar to AIADMK founder?</a></p><h2>Vijay's historic win, 108 seats out of 234</h2><p>Scripting history, Vijay's win is a landmark moment in the political history of Tamil Nadu. For the first time in the state, a government will be formed outside the DMK and AIADMK.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In its debut election, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) won the election with flying colours. Defeating DMK and AIADMK, TVK has emerged as the single-largest party in the state, winning 108 seats out of 234.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The state is now set to step into the new chapter of politics, and the actor turned politician is set to be sworn in as the next Chief Minister on May 7, a new agency, ANI reported, citing sources.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The swearing-in ceremony is likely to take place at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai. No official statement has been released on this yet.&nbsp;</p>

Vijay, who ruled the millions of hearts with his performance on screen, has made his debut in the world of politics with an outstanding win in the Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu. 

On May 4, the results of the 2026 Assembly elections for four states, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Assam, were declared. Indeed, the outcomes are set to reshape the political landscape in several ways. Among them, the most surprising development was superstar Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), securing a massive victory in Tamil Nadu. Emerging as the biggest party in Tamil Nadu, the newly formed party, which contested in the elections for the first time, secured over 100 seats with the actor winning both Perambur and Trichy East constituencies. A day after a landslide win, the actor has shared his first statement as he responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's congratulatory message. Vijay's first statement after winning: 'Transcending politics, we shall focus on the State's progress.'' On Tuesday, PM Modi congratulated TVK on their impressive performance in the state election.

<p>Vijay, who ruled the millions of hearts with his performance on screen, has made his debut in the world of politics with an outstanding win in the Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu.&nbsp;</p>

Vijay's first statement post TVK win in Tamil Nadu, thanks PM Narendra Modi: 'Well-being of our people remains our only goal'

<p>Actor-turned-politician Vijay is set to take oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 7 after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerged as the single-largest party in the Assembly elections with 108 seats, according to ANI. The party, however, remains short of the majority mark.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The swearing-in ceremony is expected to be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai. Despite its strong debut, TVK is 10 seats short of the 118 needed to form a government in the 234-member Assembly and is yet to finalise its alliance strategy.</p><p>Party sources told ANI that TVK has begun discussions with potential allies to secure the numbers required for government formation. The party is likely to seek support from smaller parties, including the Congress, PMK, Left parties, CPM and VCK, to cross the majority threshold.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reacting to the possibility of an alliance, Congress leader Girish Chodankar said the party leadership would take a final call. “The people of Tamil Nadu voted for change. Especially youngsters and women have backed TVK, which explains the numbers. I have submitted my report to our leadership,” he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bjp-government-in-bengal-to-take-oath-on-may-9-coinciding-with-tagore-birth-anniversary-1777980026677"><strong>BJP government in Bengal to take oath on May 9, coinciding with Tagore birth anniversary</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>TVK has also sought time from Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to meet him as part of the government formation process, ANI reported.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Marking a strong electoral debut, TVK’s performance has reshaped the political landscape in the state, with the party now focused on securing the required support to stake a claim to power.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, the TVK chief thanked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, the likely partner for the formation of a government, despite having only 5 seats to offer. Vijay wrote on X, "My sincere thanks to the Honourable Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha for the call and kind wishes! We shall remain committed to excellence in public service and preserving the cultural ethos of our state, which requires collective cooperation. Beyond politics, we shall prioritise the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu."</p><p><br>He also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating, "Thank you, Hon'ble @PMOIndia, for your greetings. The well-being of our people remains our only goal. Transcending politics, we shall focus on the State's progress and the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu. We look forward to the Union Government’s support in this endeavour."</p><p>He made this statement while responding to Modi's tweet in which the Prime Minister wrote, “Congratulations to TVK and Thiru Vijay on their impressive performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. I wish them the very best in their service to the people of the state.”</p>

The shape of the upcoming government in the state remains unclear as TVK will need an alliance or support from other parties to reach the halfway mark in the Assembly.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay is set to take oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 7 after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerged as the single-largest party in the Assembly elections with 108 seats, according to ANI. The party, however, remains short of the majority mark. The swearing-in ceremony is expected to be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai. Despite its strong debut, TVK is 10 seats short of the 118 needed to form a government in the 234-member Assembly and is yet to finalise its alliance strategy. Party sources told ANI that TVK has begun discussions with potential allies to secure the numbers required for government formation. The party is likely to seek support from smaller parties, including the Congress, PMK, Left parties, CPM and VCK, to cross the majority threshold. Reacting to the possibility of an alliance, Congress leader Girish Chodankar said the party leadership would take a final call. “The people of Tamil Nadu voted for change. Especially youngsters and women have backed TVK, which explains the numbers. I have submitted my report to our leadership,” he said. Also Read: BJP government in Bengal to take oath on May 9, coinciding with Tagore birth anniversary TVK has also sought time from Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to meet him as part of the government formation process, ANI reported. Marking a strong electoral debut, TVK’s performance has reshaped the political landscape in the state, with the party now focused on securing the required support to stake a claim to power. Meanwhile, the TVK chief thanked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, the likely partner for the formation of a government, despite having only 5 seats to offer. Vijay wrote on X, "My sincere thanks to the Honourable Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha for the call and kind wishes! We shall remain committed to excellence in public service and preserving the cultural ethos of our state, which requires collective cooperation. Beyond politics, we shall prioritise the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu." He also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating, "Thank you, Hon'ble @PMOIndia, for your greetings. The well-being of our people remains our only goal. Transcending politics, we shall focus on the State's progress and the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu. We look forward to the Union Government’s support in this endeavour." He made this statement while responding to Modi's tweet in which the Prime Minister wrote, “Congratulations to TVK and Thiru Vijay on their impressive performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. I wish them the very best in their service to the people of the state.”

<p>The shape of the upcoming government in the state remains unclear as TVK will need an alliance or support from other parties to reach the halfway mark in the Assembly.</p>

TVK Chief Vijay to take oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on May 7: Report

Prashant Kishor’s 2024 prediction about TVK and Vijay is going viral as Tamil Nadu election trends show strong leads for the debutant party. Kishor had said TVK could win big if it contested alone, a forecast now drawing attention amid counting results.

<p>Prashant Kishor’s 2024 prediction about TVK and Vijay is going viral as Tamil Nadu election trends show strong leads for the debutant party. Kishor had said TVK could win big if it contested alone, a forecast now drawing attention amid counting results</p>

'I will be taking over Dhoni in popularity': Prashant Kishor wanted to be most popular Bihari in Tamil Nadu after Vijay's win

<p>Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has made a surprise turn in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections, as the debutant is leading in over 170 seats, according to the latest trend by ECI. However, one question still being pondered about Vijay right now is whether the TVK would integrate with the DMK or the AIADMK if its numbers are close to forming a government in the state and it needs support from another party in Tamil Nadu.</p><p><br>Actor Joseph Vijay, widely known as Thalapathy, entered politics in 2024 by launching his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and has since maintained that it will contest elections independently. Ahead of the polls, he framed the upcoming contest as a “democratic battle” rather than merely an election. "TVK will never compromise our politics for anyone or anything," Thalapathy said.</p><h3>BJP attempts to persuade TVK</h3><p>There were earlier reports suggesting that the BJP was trying to persuade TVK to form an alliance before the assembly elections, but Vijay dismissed these claims. In February, the party reiterated that it would not align with the BJP despite mounting pressure.</p><p><br>Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam spokesperson Felix Gerald also clarified on counting day (May 4, 2026) that the party was confident of forming the government on its own, as early trends indicated a strong debut. He reiterated that TVK has ruled out alliances with any party in the state and aims to secure power independently. “DMK was running about in a dark room, now they know the reality, TVK will form the government on its own,” he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, some analysts underscored that the party lag behind a credible second-tier leadership along with unresolved alliance questions. “Vijay could upset some electoral carts if he chooses to align with the state’s main opposition AIADMK party to take on the ruling DMK. Whether he will play his cards well is to be seen," a political analyst, Sumanth C Raman, told BBC.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/who-ruled-longest-in-tamil-nadu-check-full-list-of-top-5-cms-by-tenure-1777877810735">Who ruled longest in Tamil Nadu? Check full list of top 5 CMs by tenure</a></p>

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam spokesperson Felix Gerald also said on counting day that the party was confident of forming the government in Tamil Nadu on its own, as early trends indicated a strong debut.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has made a surprise turn in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections, as the debutant is leading in over 170 seats, according to the latest trend by ECI. However, one question still being pondered about Vijay right now is whether the TVK would integrate with the DMK or the AIADMK if its numbers are close to forming a government in the state and it needs support from another party in Tamil Nadu. Actor Joseph Vijay, widely known as Thalapathy, entered politics in 2024 by launching his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and has since maintained that it will contest elections independently. Ahead of the polls, he framed the upcoming contest as a “democratic battle” rather than merely an election. "TVK will never compromise our politics for anyone or anything," Thalapathy said. BJP attempts to persuade TVK There were earlier reports suggesting that the BJP was trying to persuade TVK to form an alliance before the assembly elections, but Vijay dismissed these claims. In February, the party reiterated that it would not align with the BJP despite mounting pressure. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam spokesperson Felix Gerald also clarified on counting day (May 4, 2026) that the party was confident of forming the government on its own, as early trends indicated a strong debut. He reiterated that TVK has ruled out alliances with any party in the state and aims to secure power independently. “DMK was running about in a dark room, now they know the reality, TVK will form the government on its own,” he said. Meanwhile, some analysts underscored that the party lag behind a credible second-tier leadership along with unresolved alliance questions. “Vijay could upset some electoral carts if he chooses to align with the state’s main opposition AIADMK party to take on the ruling DMK. Whether he will play his cards well is to be seen," a political analyst, Sumanth C Raman, told BBC. Also read: Who ruled longest in Tamil Nadu? Check full list of top 5 CMs by tenure

<p>Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam spokesperson Felix Gerald also said on counting day that the party was confident of forming the government in Tamil Nadu on its own, as early trends indicated a strong debut.</p>

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